Making the Most of a Bridal Show

Many brides tell me that they are thoroughly overwhelmed the first time they attend a bridal show, so I thought it might be good to lay out a few guidelines to help you make the most of your time.

Here are tips to get the maximum benefit from any show:

Before you go to any show, print several sheets of adhesive address labels with your name, contact information, AND wedding date. If you have not yet set a wedding date, add something like Spring 2018. Quickly peel off a label and stick it on an inquiry sheet at any booth that you would like to receive additional information.

Bring your checkbook – you just might want to book or hold a date. High demand dates go quickly. September and October dates book quickly here in our area. It’s prime wedding season, and many vendors like venues and photographers book a year out!

Bring family and friends you trust, and whose opinion matter. But be careful of the size of your group because too many opinions, and you could be overwhelmed with indecision.

Invite your groom, but take him only if he wants to have a voice in this part of the wedding planning. If this is not his thing, don’t torture him! (Note: Bring your groom along to our January 21st My Dream Wedding Bridal Show at The Christy Banquet Center and try out some complimentary dance lessons provided by Dance Pizazz.)

Know what you are looking for and what’s your budget.

Wear comfortable shoes and clothing.

Be ready with phrases such as, “I’ll think about that.” And always give yourself a set amount of time and make a decision. One of the biggest causes of stress in wedding planning is not making decisions on a timely basis…and then things start to really back up and you’ll find yourself in a spin trying to finalize decision.

Whether your wedding is a few months away or an entire year, our bridal shows will help you pull everything together.

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